£21,840 (Est: £23,500 - £24,500)
1971 Morris Mini Cooper S
United Kingdom • 18 Feb 2026 • Lot 20
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Mini Cooper S is a rare Mk3 variant, one of only 1,570 made, and has been meticulously restored from the ground up, including a rebuilt original engine and gearbox. Having covered minimal mileage since restoration, it presents in fabulous condition, making it a highly desirable example for enthusiasts.
Condition
9
The car has undergone a total nut-and-bolt restoration by a Mini specialist and is described as being in super condition throughout. It has only covered around 175 'shake-down' miles since the restoration. While there are no invoices, photos document the restoration process, indicating a high level of care and attention to detail.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
XAD1265186A
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
HPA802K
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Description Fresh from a total nut-and-bolt restoration by a retired Mini specialist and in super condition throughout; original engine rebuilt; one of only 1,570 made; driven 20 miles to the sale; a gorgeous example of this giant-slaying Sixties icon The original Mini Cooper was launched in 1961 when Alec Issigonis’ friend John Cooper, owner of the Cooper Car Company and designer and builder of Formula One and rally cars, saw the potential of the Mini for competition work.
Initially 1,000 cars were commissioned to meet the homologation rules of Group 2 rallying, all fitted with a race-tuned 997cc engine producing 55bhp with twin SU carburettors, a close-ratio gearbox and front disc brakes – all uncommon at the time in a small car.
A more powerful Cooper S Mk2 was developed in tandem and released in 1963.
This featured a 1,071cc engine with various modifications including a nitrided steel crankshaft and strengthened bottom end to allow further tuning, plus servo-assisted disc brakes...
Points of note
£5,508
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£21,645
Median Price (Since 2020)
£54,177
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 22 2013
Latest MOT Mileage
3,574 miles
Registration Date
1971-08-20
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 20 2012 with 3,574 miles
Passed
On Jun 20 2011 with 3,533 miles
Passed
On Jun 23 2010 with 3,516 miles
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